Abstract: Embodiments are directed to processing an access device transaction using a hybrid processing that jointly authorizes and settles the transaction. An account holder may initiate the transaction at the access device of a resource provider by presenting a payment device. The access device retrieves account credentials directly from the payment device and transmits them to a resource provider computer. The resource provider computer or a transport computer initiates a hybrid request that requests joint authorization and settlement of the transaction. Upon approval from the authorizing authority, the transaction is authorized and settled within single message stream. An account of the resource provider is credited in an amount authorized by the authorizing authority in real time (e.g. within 1 to 60 minutes of completing the transaction). The hybrid processing eliminates the subsequent clearing and settlement process as the transaction is already cleared and settled.

Abstract: A method for fulfillment of a reward amount earned by a user includes: receiving reward data associated with a rewards program of an offeror; receiving a transaction request associated with a transaction between a user and a merchant; determining whether the user qualifies for the rewards program; upon determining that the user qualifies for the rewards program determining the reward amount for the user corresponding to the rewards program; and crediting the reward amount to an account of the user. Systems for fulfillment of a reward amount earned by a user are also disclosed.

Abstract: A non-Division 5.1 Oxidizer tablet consisting essentially of a blend of hydrated calcium hypochlorite with magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, wherein the blend contains at least about 17% by weight of water based on the total weight of the blend; contains from about 0.1% to about 10% of lime based on the total weight of the hydrated calcium hypochlorite and magnesium sulfate heptahydrate and the average dissolving rate of the tablet is less than 150 grams per day.

Abstract: A non-Division 5.1 Oxidizer tablet consisting essentially of a blend of hydrated calcium hypochlorite with magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, wherein the blend contains at least about 17% by weight of water based on the total weight of the blend; contains from about 0.1% to about 10% of lime based on the total weight of the hydrated calcium hypochlorite and magnesium sulfate heptahydrate and the average dissolving rate of the tablet is less than 150 grams per day.

Abstract: A variable aperture assembly (30) is provided for controlling the amount of ion beam current passing therethrough in an ion implantation system (10). The aperture assembly (30) comprises an aperture (44) defined by opposing first and second aperture plates (44A, 44B) through which an ion beam passes; control arms (46A, 46B) connected, respectively, to the first and second aperture plates (44A, 44B); and an aperture drive mechanism (36) for simultaneously imparting movement to the control arms in opposite directions, to adjust a gap (50) between the aperture plates (44A, 44B) to thereby control the amount of current passing through the aperture (44). Each of the opposite directions in which the control arms move is generally perpendicular to an axis along which the ion beam passes. A control system (120) is also provided for automatically adjusting the aperture gap (50) based on inputs representing actual ion beam current passing through the implanter, desired ion beam current, and aperture position.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for operating a variable aperture (30) for adjusting the amount of ion beam current passing therethrough in an ion implantation system (10). The system and method comprise means or steps for (i) measuring ion beam current at an implanter location using a current detector (35); (ii) comparing the measured ion beam current with a desired ion beam current; (iii) outputting a control signal (126, 128) based on the comparison of the measured ion beam current with the desired ion beam current; and (iv) adjusting a gap (50), through which through ion beam passes and which is defined by opposing first and second aperture plates (44A, 44B), in response to the control signal to control the amount of ion beam current passing therethrough. The current detector (35) provides ion beam current feedback, and a position sensor (116, 118) may be utilized to provide aperture plate (44A, 44B) position feedback.

Abstract: A rotor which carries a transducer for a rotating-head device is fabricated from a substantially circular aluminum support means with a stretched length of stainless steel foil encircling its perimeter. The rotor is bonded together by anchoring stainless steel pins into the periphery of said aluminum supporting means and electron beam welding the stainless steel foil onto said stainless steel pins.